Armored Car Guards

“Armored car guard” shall mean an individual employed by an armored car agency to perform duties as described under the definition of armored car agency.

“Armed” shall mean any private security guard or armored car guard who carries or has immediate access to a firearm in the performance of his or her duties.

What is the process to become an armored car guard?

1. Individuals must come into one of our two locations for fingerprint and picture processing. Locations are listed below.

2. Individuals must complete the employee application, see the link below. Applications are also available at both locations

3.Upon approval, ID cards will be mailed to the address listed on the individual’s application.

What is the process to become an armed armored car guard?

All applicants must complete a 40 hour firearms course with an approved instructor. See the link below for Approved Instructors. See Rules & Regulations 1.2 under the Firearm’s Policy for additional information.

1. Individuals must come into one of our two locations for fingerprint and picture processing. Locations listed below.

2. Individuals must complete the employee application, see link below. Applications are also available at both locations

3. Upon approval, ID cards will be mailed to the address listed on the individual’s application.

What is the age requirement for armored car guard?

You must be at least 18 years or older to apply.

What is the age requirement for armed armored car guard?

You must be at least 21 years or older to apply.

What is the cost for an armored car license?

There is a non-refundable $85.00 fee. We accept cash, certified check, Visa, Master Card, Discover, company check, or money order. We cannot accept personal checks or American Express.

What is the cost for an armed armored car license?

If it is a license renewal there is a non-refundable $85.00 fee.
If it is a firearms upgrade there is a non-refundable $30.00 fee.

We accept cash, certified check, Visa, Master Card, Discover, company check, or money order. We cannot accept personal checks or American Express.

Approved Instructors

Armored Car Guard FAQ’s

Armed Armored Car Guard FAQ’s

New/Renewal Application

Lost/Stolen/Name Change Application

Agency License – NEW

To begin the new licensure process, see procedures link below and follow the check list that applies to your agency.

Agency License- RENEWAL

Renewal procedures will be sent in a notification letter to the agency with the renewal instructions.

Armored Car (Class D) Licensing Procedures

Agency Application

License Holder Application

Agency Bond Form

The Board of Examiners of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies, the regulatory body for this industry, meets on a quarterly basis. New licensure and any renewals with changes of an agency must be approved by the Board of Examiners.

Board of Examiners Meeting Schedule

Related links:

Delaware Code

Rules and Regulations

Alarms

“Alarm Employee” shall mean any individual that will be selling, servicing, repairing, installing, or monitoring a security system for a licensed agency in the State of Delaware.

What is the process to become an alarm employee?

1. Individuals must come into one of our two locations for fingerprint and picture processing. Locations are listed below.
2. Individuals must complete the employee application, see the link below. Applications are also available at both locations
3. Upon approval, ID cards will be mailed to the address listed on the individual’s application.

Do I need to be working for an agency to obtain my license?

Yes, you must be working for a licensed agency in the State of Delaware.

What is the age requirement for an alarm employee?

You must be at least 18 years or older to apply.

What is the cost for an alarm employee license?

There is a non-refundable $85.00 fee. We accept cash, certified check, Visa, Master Card, Discover, company check or money order. We cannot accept personal checks or American Express.

Alarm Employee FAQ’s

New/Renewal Application

Lost/Stolen/Name Change Application

AGENCY NEW LICENSURES/RENEWALS

The licensure and renewal of an agency must be approved by the Professional Licensing Section on behalf of the Superintendent of the Delaware State Police.
To begin the process of licensure, please start by reviewing the Security Systems and Protective Services Licensing procedures link below and complete the licensing packet.
For the renewal process, a letter of renewal notification will be sent to your agency with the instructions for the renewal application links below:

Security Systems and Protective Services Agency New Licensing Procedures

Security Systems and Protective Services Agency Renewal Licensing Procedures

Security Systems and Protective Services Agency Application #1

Owner/Partner/Corporate Officer Application #2

Security Systems and Protective Services Agency Bond Form #3

Related links:

Delaware Code

Private Investigators

“Private investigator” shall mean any person who engages in the business or accepts employment to obtain or furnish information or to conduct investigations.

What is the process to become a private investigator?

1. Individuals must come into one of our two locations for fingerprint and picture processing. Locations are listed below.

2. Individuals must complete the employee application, see the link below. Applications are also available at both locations

3.Upon approval, ID cards will be mailed to the address listed on the individual’s application.

What is the age requirement to be a private investigator?

You must be at least 21 years or older to apply.

What is the cost for a private investigator license?

There is a non-refundable $85.00 fee. We accept cash, certified check, Visa, Master Card, Discover, company check, or money order. We cannot accept personal checks or American Express.

Private Investigator FAQ’s

New/Renewal Application

Lost/Stolen/Name Change Application

Agency License – NEW

To begin the new licensure process, see procedures link below and follow the check list that applies to your agency.

Agency License – RENEWAL

Renewal procedures will be sent in a notification letter to the agency with the renewal instructions.

Private Investigator (Class A) Licensing Procedures

Private Security (Class B) Licensing Procedures

Private Investigator and Private Security (Class C) Licensing Procedures

Agency Application

License Holder Application

Agency Bond Form

The Board of Examiners of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies, the regulatory body for this industry, meets on a quarterly basis. New licensure and renewals with changes of an agency must be approved by the Board of Examiners.

Board of Examiners Meeting Schedule

Related Links:

Delaware Code

Rules and Regulations

Security Guards/Firearm Guards

“Private security guard” shall mean an individual employed by a private security agency to perform one or more of the following functions; prevention of intrusion, entry, larceny, vandalism, abuse, fire, or trespass on private property.

“Armed” shall mean any private security guard who carries or has immediate access to a firearm in the performance of his or her duties.

What is the process to become a security guard?

1. Individuals must come into one of our two locations for fingerprint and picture processing. Locations are listed below.

2. Individuals must complete the employee application, see the link below. Applications are also available at both locations.

3. Turn in training and test certificates to the professional licensing section.

4. Upon approval and submission of training and test, ID cards will be mailed to the address listed on the individual’s application.

What is the process to become an armed security guard?

1. Individuals must come into one of our two locations for fingerprint and picture processing. Locations listed below.

2. Individuals must complete the employee application, see link below. Applications are also available at both locations

3. Turn in shoot sheets, training and test certificates.

4. Upon approval, ID cards will be mailed to the address listed on the individual’s application.

What is the age requirement for security guard?

You must be at least 18 years or older to apply.

What is the age requirement for armed security guard?

You must be at least 21 years or older to apply.

What is the cost for a security guard license?

There is a non-refundable $85.00 fee. We accept cash, certified check, Visa, Master Card, Discover, company check, or money order. We cannot accept personal checks or American Express.

What is the cost for an armed security license?

If it is a license renewal there is a non-refundable $85.00 fee.
If it is a firearms upgrade there is a non-refundable $30.00 fee.

We accept cash, certified check, Visa, Master Card, Discover, company check, or money order. We cannot accept personal checks or American Express.

Security Guard FAQ’s

Armed Security Guard FAQ’s

New/Renewal Application

Lost/Stolen/Name/Address Change Form

Approved Firearms Instructors

Security Guard Mandatory Training Contact Information

Security Guard Study Guide

Agency License – NEW

To begin the new licensure process, see procedures link below and follow the check list that applies to your agency.